Full-Time Pruner - Shape Trees & Boost Plant Health

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery Llc; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% company match

Kaiser HMO and Anthem EPO medical

Basic Life Insurance

Dental, Vision, and voluntary options

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay

Job summary

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is seeking skilled Pruners to support tree health, structure, and presentation across nursery operations. This is a full‑time, outdoor role in Farmington, CA, with a wage range of $16.90 to $20.59 per hour.

You will prune using various hand tools under direction from a Crew Leader and Yard Management. The job requires strong plant knowledge, attention to detail, safe tool use, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of plant identification and growth characteristics.
• Understanding of basic pruning techniques.
• Ability to work safely with ladders and hand tools.
• Ability to work effectively in small teams (2–4 employees).
• Strong attention to detail and plant quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform pruning using hand pruners, pole pruners, extension pruners, and handsaws.
• Follow direction from Crew Leader and Yard Management on pruning standards.
• Identify plant growth characteristics and apply proper pruning techniques.
• Report plant pests or disease concerns.
• Perform stake repair and tree tying maintenance.
• Safely use ladders (8–14 feet) during pruning activities.
• Maintain plant health and overall nursery presentation.
• Support general yard cleanliness and plant care standards.
• Assist other nursery departments as needed.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Pruning techniques

Ladder safety

Hand tools

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Tools

Hand pruners

Pole pruners

Extension pruners

Handsaws

Job description

Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is seeking skilled Pruners to support tree health, structure, and presentation across nursery operations. This is a full‑time, outdoor role in Farmington, CA, with a wage range of $16.90 to $20.59 per hour.

You will prune using various hand tools under direction from a Crew Leader and Yard Management. The job requires strong plant knowledge, attention to detail, safe tool use, and teamwork.